WeedAdvisor

AUGUST 2, 2019

Despite being legal for several years, California continues to fight a losing battle against the black market, according to Marijuana Business Daily. The reason can easily be blamed on California’s logistical nightmare, where many counties opted out of hosting cannabis retail shops. At the same time, they also banned delivery services. Consequently, this left large dry areas, forcing potential consumers to either travel long distances or simply buy from the black or grey markets – both of whom o

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NORML

AUGUST 2, 2019

Following a recent trend in Congress to address the collateral consequences associated with a marijuana-related conviction, Senator Kamala Harris and Representative Ocasio-Cortez have introduced the Fair Chance at Housing Act. If passed by Congress, the bill would make it easier for people with criminal records to receive federal housing assistance by prohibiting the use of suspicionless drug and alcohol testing, banning discriminatory “1-strike” and “no-fault” policies a

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NORML

AUGUST 2, 2019

Qualified patients are anticipated to finally begin accessing medical cannabis products next week, according to a statement issued by regulators at the state’s Department of Agriculture and Forestry (LDAF). Lawmakers initially approved the establishment of the state’s medical cannabis access program in 2015, but its rollout has faced numerous delays.

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Leafly

AUGUST 2, 2019

Patients in Louisiana have been waiting years for medical marijuana, after lawmakers created the regulatory framework for dispensing therapeutic cannabis in 2015. The post Medical Marijuana Expected Tuesday at Louisiana Dispensaries appeared first on Leafly.

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Speaker: Jonathan Bench, International Cannabis and Securities Business Attorney at Harris Bricken

The U.S. cannabis industry is still in its infancy, even though states began engaging with legalization in one form or another in the late 1990s. Today, many opportunities exist for individuals and businesses that want to engage in the industry. Some want to directly own licensed businesses, while others prefer to keep the industry at an arm’s length and merely profit from it.

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NORML

AUGUST 2, 2019

A federal court has ordered the Drug Enforcement Administration to respond to a lawsuit charging the agency with failing to move forward with a 2016 policy to expand the total number of federally licensed marijuana cultivators. In August 2016, Drug Enforcement Administration officials adopted a policy “to increase the number of entities registered under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) to grow marijuana to supply legitimate researchers in the United States.” To date, however, the

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Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 2, 2019

A few weeks ago, we explained what Oregon’s “total THC” testing requirement is and why it matters from a contractual point of view. Today, we further explore this issue and discuss how it is affecting industry players’ ability to export and import hemp and hemp products to the Beaver State. Back in 2018, Oregon law makers passed Senate Bill 1544 (later codified in ORS 475B ), which prohibits the exportation and importation of marijuana items in the state.

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Leafly

AUGUST 2, 2019

Explore cannabis strains that are sure to give you the energizing, motivating boost you need to get up that damn mountain. The post 7 Stimulating Cannabis Strains for Your Next Hike appeared first on Leafly.

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Cannabis Life Network

AUGUST 2, 2019

VANCOUVER, Aug. 1, 2019 /PRNewswire/ - CannaChiefs Media Announces Social Media Contest Seeking a New CEO to take the helm at Canopy Growth Corp. The post CannaChiefs Media: Twitter Contest Seeking a “New CEO” appeared first on Cannabis News | Lifestyle Tips | Expert Opinions | Stocks.

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Leafly

AUGUST 2, 2019

Cannabis news from around the web. The post This Week in Cannabis: Top Stories From Across Canada From Jul. 27-Aug. 2 appeared first on Leafly.

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WeedAdvisor

AUGUST 2, 2019

Despite some resistance, the Jamaican legal marijuana industry has enjoyed some progress in recent months. As we covered earlier , September 27 th was a landmark day for Jamaica, where they made their first export of cannabis product – specifically, oil – to Canada. Jamaica’s legalization of medical marijuana was a huge stepping stone for the country, which has been plagued by a massive black market and 50,000 patients seeking marijuana for treatment.

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Leafly

AUGUST 2, 2019

Canada’s major concert venues still have widely disparate cannabis policies. The post You Can Bring Cannabis to Osheaga, but Only If It’s Sealed appeared first on Leafly.

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WeedAdvisor

AUGUST 2, 2019

CannTrust’s cover-up of their unlicensed grow rooms ultimately led to the CEO being fired and its chairman resigning. Now, it is up to Interim CEO Robert Marcovitch to steer CannTrust in the right direction – assuming Health Canada wants to give them the chance. According to BNN Bloomberg , Markovitch was originally appointed to lead a special committee aimed at gathering information on the incident.

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Leafly

AUGUST 2, 2019

The compassion society would love to reopen under legal terms, but Health Canada’s strict regulations make it hard to imagine the VICS as part of the legal cannabis stream. The post Vancouver Island Compassion Society Closes After 20 Years appeared first on Leafly.

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Otherside Farms

AUGUST 2, 2019

Struggling to sleep is a very common problem all over the world. Those of you who use medical marijuana know that both CBD and THC can be incredibly helpful for helping you to fall asleep at night. But which one is more helpful, and how do they work with your body to help you to get to sleep and stay asleep ? Let’s look into it. What are Cannabinoids?

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Leafly

AUGUST 2, 2019

There are many ways to avoid driving high. The post A Guide to Getting Home Safe for the Red Eyed Jedi appeared first on Leafly.

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The Fresh Toast

AUGUST 2, 2019

Reaping the benefits of cannabis: Use ingredients from reputable suppliers, know your grower, and be certain to use clean weed cultivated with care! Continue reading 5 Creative And Healthy Ways To Receive The Benefits Of Cannabis at The Fresh Toast.

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Cannabis Life Network

AUGUST 2, 2019

Reports Profitable Fourth Quarter. Record Net Revenue of $128.6 Million, Up 75% from Prior Quarter. Revenue for Adult-use Cannabis of $18.5 Million, Up 158% from Prior Quarter. Provides Fiscal Year 2020 Outlook. The post Aphria Inc. Announces 158% Increase in Adult-Use Sales appeared first on Cannabis News | Lifestyle Tips | Expert Opinions | Stocks.

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Cannabis Life Network

AUGUST 2, 2019

Last summer, the names of prominent licensed producers were almost inescapable due to being plastered everywhere because of sponsorship tie-ins at music festivals, concerts, and community events like Pride. In 2018 alone, Tweed sponsored the Field Trip Music Festival and Toronto Pride, while Aurora Cannabis hosted the Aurora Illumination Series, a series of concerts across […].

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